>>How do we know randomness when we see it?<<
If the outcome of anything is not 100% predictable, but, rather based on probabilities, then you are experience ramdomness at work.
>>The numbers coming up in a lottery appear to be random, but how do we know for sure?<<
Your challenge, Delbert, is not to 'proove' randomness, but to proove predictability in systems. Until we are successful, randomness is
the reality of the day.
Putting faith in predictability is the same as putting faith in God.
But, as scientists, we do not proceed on faith. This is blinding. If you believe God exists or that ALL systems are predictable, then the burden is on you to proove what you posit.
>>The time intervals between radioactive decays appear random, but are
we certain? What is the test for randomness?<<
Randomness exists all around you all the time. The test for randomness? Toss a pair of dice and try to predict it's outcome 100% of the time. If you fail then the test is complete. Randomness
is the reality of the day. It is your burden to proove that it is not.
Good questions, Delbert. |
